Official Regency International Competition Greetings:
On behalf of the entire staff, welcome to the 3rd Annual Regency International Pageant. We are pleased to say that we have contestants from all over the world joining us this year. As contestants you will gain experience, friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. The Regency International Pageant system was founded to create a new event for girls, teens, and women. Our system has two main objectives: Assist winners in furthering their education and to assist local animal charities. Our queens will each receive scholarship money that can be used at the college of their choice. Our queens work together every year to raise money and volunteer at local animal charities. At every Regency International Pageant event whether it is a preliminary, state or international pageant we give half of the entry money of every ticket sold to spectators to our animal charities. This money we donate goes to help foster, feed, and provide medical care for these animals. We know that only one contestant in each division will be crowned, but we hope each contestant will treasure her own personal victory that comes from her accomplishments. To each of our contestants…………Good wishes and best of luck!

​Terri Dingle International Director

Prize Packages
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Regency International Pageant All International Titleholders
2017 International Prize List

Regency International Custom Designed Rhinestone Crown

Regency International Rhinestone Studded Banner

$250 Cash Scholarship

Regency International Winners Plaque

Bouquet of Roses

Fabulous 4 Day Queens Cruise (travel to port & guest not included)

One Year Talent Contract with Talent Agency

Regency International Makeup Bag

Feature in National Ad Campaigns

Feature in Print Ad Campaigns

Official State pageant Emcee Opportunities (Jr Teen and Above)

Official Royalty Photo Shoot

$100 Gift Certificate from Whimsical Hair and Make-up

Official Royalty Visa Expense Gift Card

Regency International Royalty Jacket

Regency International Official Logo Wear

Regency International make up bag

Beautiful crown Necklace

Regency International Official Logo Phone Case

Regency International Official Logo I.D. Case

Autograph Cards Complements of Regency International

Regency International Logo Car License Plate

Personalized Webpage

Beautiful Crown Pin

Regency International Logo Travel Duffel Bag

Two Page Feature Spread in the 2018 Regency International Program Book

Regency International Pageant All 1st runner ups – Prizes
Will receive the title US Regency International (or another Title agreed upon with the International Office) and have their entry fee paid to the International Pageant in 2018. (travel and hotel costs not included)
Regency International Pageant all Contestants will receive.

Official Regency International Tote Bag and Tumbler

Official Regency International Sash Pin

Official Regency International 2017 Collector Pin

Official Regency International Locket Charm Necklace

Official Regency International Spinner

Official Regency International Title Sash

Kick Off Party – Dessert Bar and Games.
*Cash Prizes are paid out in Two Installments.
On or before March 31, 2018 & June 30, 2018.
College Scholarships are paid out first, followed by cash payments.
Special Awards will be awarded in the Following areas:
Photogenic, Ad Sales, People Choice, Marriage Award, Community Service.

Optional Awards

Achievement Award
This is a very special award given to a contestant, by the directors, for their outstanding work on a project they started or created in a community, charity, or group. If no one in the Contestants Division meet this requirement, the award is then awarded to the contestant that the Regency Pageant feels did an outstanding job on another event or events they did not created, but were involved in.
Examples: Started a clothing drive for flood victims at their school, organized a food drive for a food bank, etc.

Community Service Award
This award is presented to the contestant who has the most use of her title to help with community and charity work via appearances and working as a volunteer for charities in her community. (Information obtain by the community service form)

Title Visibility Award
This award is presented to the contestant who has upheld the standards and image of the Regency International Pageant through the most use of her local title via appearances throughout her community. (Information obtain by the Title Visibility Form)

Congeniality
This is a traditional award voted on solely by the contestants and awarded to that contestant who most displayed that spirit of warmth and camaraderie to her fellow contestants.

Directors Award
This award is chosen by the director and pageant staff and is awarded to a local or State Director who has made a positive impression, and has given his or her time to help contestants in their pageants reach their goals and dreams.

People’s Choice Award
Give to the Contestant in Each Division that has the most online Votes during the People Choice On line Contest.

Ad Sales
This award is given to the local titleholder who has generated the most sponsorship through ad sales.

Marriage Award
The marriage longevity award given to the contestant who has been married the longest*Some awards may be given only to one contestant in the pageant.

Scott Stewart has been entertaining audiences since the age of twelve when he was cast on the television show “Quincy” with Jack Klugman. As a host, actor and singer, Scott has appeared in numerous television shows, movies and commercials: Melrose Place, Executive Decision, Chicago Hope, The Singing Bee, Flavor of Love, and was picked to perform on The Oprah Winfrey’s Stars of Tomorrow Show. You may also have seen one of his commercials for Big Lots, Mitsubishi, Big 5 and Cash 411. Over the years his many hosting and musical performances include the Academy of Country Music Association, Bob Hopes USO Show, Disneyland, Ms America Pageant and hundreds of charity events. Scott is the executive producer and host of the TV Show “What’s Up Orange County” and has interviewed celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Carol Burnett, Debbie Reynolds and Kevin Costner, just to name a few.

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Little Miss Arizona
Angel Mercadante

Angel Mercadante is 8 years old and in 3rd grade, who loves to dance, sing, ice skate, baton twirler and also learning how to play ukulele. She also enjoy volunteering in the community events with her friends.

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Little Miss Bahamas
Sade Francis

​​NAME : Sade’ FrancisYEARS: 10 Years OldHAIR COLOR: Dark BrownEYE COLOR: Dark BrownLIFES AMBITION:
To do the best that I can do and the best in all that I do.HOBBIES:
Track and Field, Acting, Traveling, and ReadingMY GOALS IN LIFE:
I would love to become a famous Track Star, Musician and to be Wealthy in order to take of my family and in need.MY BEST ASSET IS:
My Creativity

MY DAILY MOTTO:
To be the best that I can beFAVORITE THE MOVIE/BOOK:
My favorite book is “Muggy Maggie”.WHO I WOULD LIKE TO MEET AND WHY:
I would love meet Ryan Tennehill because am a huge fanI AM MOTIVATED BY:
I am motivated by my teachers and parents who push me to do my best

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE THE JUDGES TO KNOW ABOUT YOU:
I want the judges to know that am Intelligent, talented, and my biggest love is for God, my family and church.MY COMMUNITY SERVICE/ACHIEVEMENTS ARE:
I am currently a member of Brownies club where community service is a part of our role, such as cleaning beaches, parks, sell cookies and collect monies for the hungry.DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS:
INTELLIGENT, TALENTED, AND FRIENDLY

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Little Miss California
Avery Rodriguez

Avery Rodriguez hails from the city of Yorba Linda and is proud to be your Little Miss California! She just turned 10 years old and is getting ready to start the 5th grade at Linda Vista Elementary School. Her passion in life is dancing, which started at the young age of 3 and continues now as she competes at many competitions with her dance team. She loves all genres of dance, but her absolute favorite is tap. She loves to bring joy to others through her love of dance. Avery and her team do many special shows at senior centers in their city and beyond. They dance, share stories and spend time with residents. It is truly very special. She has also participated in the ALS walk recently to help raise money to find a cure. One of her very young dance team members has been affected by this terrible disease, so hopefully through walks like these they can raise money and awareness in fighting it. In school hours she has been a part of the “Little Buddies” program, where she was paired with a special needs preschooler during their school year. They would meet monthly for crafts, activities and games. Besides dancing, in her spare time she likes to be with her friends and family the most! Even her kitty Toby is one of the family. Swimming and doing anything artistic are also favorite pastimes. When Avery grows up she hopes to be a teacher just like her mom, or even own her very own dance studio some day! She is honored to take place in Regency International this year and cannot wait to meet her sister queens and have an amazing experience!

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Little Miss Golden State
Mariza Supapo

​Mariza Supapo is 9 y.o. and starts the 4th grade this August. She has been in the GATE (gifted and talented education) program since the 2nd grade. She is a dancer (tap, tumbling and jazz) started when she was 2, also plays the violin, is a novice tennis player and ran her first 5k run this past May. Her platform is Relay for Life in memory of her grandma Tessie who lost her battle to pancreatic cancer in 2010.

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Little Miss Nevada
Ashley Galvez

Hello, my name is Ashley Galvez. I’m ten years old. I have been modeling for seven years. My favorite hobbies are playing soccer, modeling, dancing, and helping my little brother with autism. The most important thing I would like to do is help kids with cancer. Thank you.

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Little Miss Oklahoma
Eriana Coffee

​ I love spending time with my 4 brothers and my parents. I enjoy anything that includes fashion, and being around other people, so being active in pageants has been fantastic!

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Little Miss Sun City
Romma Valles

​Romma Valles is an award winning chess player who loves making art and walking the runway in local fashion shows. But more than anything, she loves playing with her dog Petunia.

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Little Miss Texas
Georgia Thomas

If I’m not competing on stage, you can find me, Georgia Thomas, with a catcher’s mitt in hand waiting on the other team to run. I dare you. I’m excited about entering 5th grade at Bray Elementary School in Cedar Hill. I’m active in my school’s VocalMotion group, Honor’s Choir, Piano Club, and Drama Club. My true passion is being an active member of Church on the Hill. On Sundays, I enjoy helping lead worship in Children’s Church and participating in church activities. All the way from Cedar Hill, Texas, home of the longhorns, I am 10 year old Georgia Thomas.

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Little Miss United Kingdom
Katinka McDowell

Katinka McDowell is 9 and from Bournemouth in the UK. A seaside resort with stunning beaches positioned between the Jurassic coast and the natural beauty of the New Forest.

She has been a Young carer, from the age of 3 for her physically disabled mum and her brother who suffers a 1 in a billion, genetic condition that leaves him medically complex and severely disabled.

Although she has had responsibilities young and been exposed to many children with life limiting conditions, she has developed into a compassionate and generous young lady. She is committed to fundraising for Julia’s House Hospice, not only because her brother has been supported by them for nearly 6 years but because she wants to help children that have extra struggles in their life.

Pageants have been life changing for Katinka who has overcome severe anxiety, caused by her social situation & being bullied at school. She has grown from strength to strength with the support of Ms Regency International, Dani De-bear as an inspiration and is very excited to follow in her footsteps and take to the Las Vegas stage.

Katinka has many aspirations for the future. She is very artistic and has an avid interest in fashion & styling. Her current project is to design and make a range of pretty clothes adapted for wheelchair users and special need children. Her aim is to have a fashion show where the disabled children can take to the catwalk and shine.
Her other passion is cooking. She has been attending cookery school since she was 7 and is able to cook sweet and savoury dishes, following a recipe and experimenting. She would love to be in Junior Masterchef UK (wearing a crown of course!)
Winning Little Miss Regency International 2017 would be a dream come true. She would use the title to show other girls that you can come through adversity by standing proud, being kind & thoughtful, pushing through your fears and following her life mottos of “never let anyone dull your sparkle” and “there is no such thing as too much glitter”!!

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Junior Miss Bahamas
Aysha-Cassidi Lockhart

​NAME: Aysha-Cassidi Brandi LockhartYEARS: 12 Years OldHAIR COLOR: Medium BrownEYE COLOR: Medium BrownLIFES AMBITION: To always try again even if I fail a million times.HOBBIES: Dancing, singing, writing, and craftingMY GOALS IN LIFE: My goals in life are to act in at least one movie or television series and to own one of the best hospitals in the world. I also want to become a certified pediatrician mainly because I am totally obsessed with children.MY BEST ASSET IS: My spirit and stage presence

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Junior Miss California
Ella Jo Massimini

Name: Ella Jo MassiminiAge: 11 years oldHometown: BarstowGrade: 5th gradeALL ABOUT YOU!School Activities, Special Awards, Honors: I belong to the Robotics club and the 8 bit misfit club. My favorite class at school is Digital Media. I really like taking pictures and making video’s in class! This year I received the Stem Scholar Award for by GPA.Other Activities: I’m a member of Girl Scout Troop 116. I have a lot of fun with my troop participating in community service, selling Girl Scout cookies, going on trips and meeting other girl scouts. I’m getting ready to bridge to Cadettes at the end of summer. I also love dancing with Studio M.Special Talents: I love being creative. I love everything from drawing and coloring to making music video’s with my friends. Anything where I can express myselfFavorite Hobby: Spending time at my Aunt and Uncles farm. I love taking care of the animals and riding horses. If I could spend every weekend there, I would.Hardest Obstacle you have had to overcome: Adjusting to a new school environment. This year I started at a middle school. Everything was new from the school schedule to class workload. I took me a while but I was able to adjust and now school is a lot more fun!Top Three Personal Goals:
1. Get into the Disney college program
2. Become a camp counselor
3. Own my own pet grooming business

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Junior Miss Golden State
Marian Supapo

​Marian Supapo is 12 yo and a 7th grader in the GATE Program at Crystal Middle School in Suisun, Ca. She has a 4.0 GPA, was on the school cross country team earning new school records, a point guard for her school basketball team and on the track team. She finished the track season by winning 1st in district wide championships amongst 9 middle schools for girls 1600m & 800m. She has been a dancer since the age of 2 1/2 (tap, jazz, lyrical). Along with her younger sister, she has helped raise several hundred dollars over the last few years for Relay for Life in honor of their Mama Tessie who died from pancreatic cancer.

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Junior Miss Lone Star
Meredith Charboneau

Meredith Charboneau is 11 years old and lives in Kingwood, Texas. She is a talented musician and plays the violin and piano. In her free-time, she enjoys dancing and hanging out with her family and two Golden Retrievers. Someday, she hopes to use her organizational skills and love of math to fulfill her dream of becoming a CFO. ​

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Junior Miss Nevada
Jastin Carrillo

Hello my name is Jastin Carrillo. I go to Robert. O Gibson middle school. I am in seventh grade. I attend a modeling academy to prepare myself for pageants and a future in the modeling industry. I have an amazing family that supports me that I need in order to overcome things and when im an adult i would like to be a Doctor, i would like to participate doing community service and help people.

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Junior Miss Oklahoma
Kamiryn Ryan

Kamiryn is the 11 year old daughter of Denise and Kevin Ryan. She is from McAlester, Oklahoma, and she will be a 6th grade student at Frink Chambers Elementary. Kamiryn has two older brothers and can keep up with them in just about everything they do. Kamiryn is a member of The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, she is a passionate volunteer for the local D.A.V. (Disabled American Veterans), and she is a Lady Falcon for the school softball team. When Kamiryn grows up, she wants to own her own bakery called “Sweet and Healthy Travels” that serves pasteries, salads, teas and coffees.

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Junior Miss Texas
Genevieve Arratia

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Junior Miss United States
Maurielle Vargas

This high achieving 7th grader believes it is better to give than to receive. She lifts up her peers as an anti-bullying leader and volunteers sharing her love of reading. Outside of school she enjoys hip hop dancing, learning new cheers and cooking up spicy crawfish etoufee for her family. In the future,she hopes to put her compassion into action as a lawyer helping families in a crisis. From Port Neches, Texas, Junior Miss U.S. Maurielle Vargas

Victoria Mallard

Stefanie, You have continued to shine bright and put a smile on everyone’s face. Proud to have a friend like you that cares about everyone and is so determined! Good Luck Ms. Arizona! Bring home that title! – Matthew Enderle

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Teen California
Nattie Dunn

My name is Nattie Dunn an I am from the heart of Southern California. As a Senior in High School, I am ready to graduate and move on to the next chapter in my life, where, due to my love for helping children and a desire to go into the medical field, I feel becoming a Pediatric Physical Therapist is my calling. When I am not in school you can find me donating my time to a local dog rescue, All Paws K9 Rescue, a charity that loves and cares for unwanted dogs until we can find their furrever homes and a family to call their own. In my spare time you can find me in the make up and clothing stores expressing my passion for fashion. Thank you to my mom and my support team for always being there for me. And to my Dad for always shining his light down on me from above. Without these amazing people in my life I wouldn’t be where I am now.

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Teen England
Lucy Rayner

Hi! I am Lucy Helen Rayner your miss teen regency England, i am 16 and I have lived in London most of my life the rest of it being spent in Gran Canaria where I have relatives. I think this stark contrast in surroundings has made me a rounded person as I have lived in a large city and in rural Spain. I’m an aspiring actor but also have dreams of going to Cambridge university to study English literature. My hobbies include competitive swimming, musical theatre and reading. My favourite book at the moment is Coriolanus!

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Teen Ireland
Ceri Elias

My name is Ceridwen Elias. I am 18 yrs old, currently in college studying performing arts. I would like to be an actress. My hobbies are pageants, reading, singing. On weekends I compare or judge pageants in the UK, I love to compete, and meet new people, and love new experiences. When I was 15 years old I jumped from the stratosphere tower for charity.

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Teen Mexico
Samantha Chavarin

Hello, my name is Samantha Chavarin. I was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. I am 18 years of age. I am more than proud to be representing my heritage, my roots as Miss Teen Mexico. I have recently graduated from Las Vegas High School. I will soon be attending CSN in the pursue of my career. My ultimate goal career wise is to become a Physician Assistant with a minor in psychology. Yet these are just stepping stones in my life. One of my main goals that I would love to accomplish in my life time would be to open my own animal rescue foundation. Its always been a dream of mine since I was young. On my free time I love to spend time with my family and friends. I would love to travel the world with my friends. I have always been open to experiencing new things and cultures. I have always been up for adventures. ​

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Teen Nevada
Leslie Robles

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Teen New Mexico
Wendy Fierro

​Wendy Fierro is a sixteen year old who was born in Waco Tx she’s a happy girl that always has a smile on her face, an outgoing teen who tries to make everyone laugh, loves pets as much as she loves her family, she’s a junior at Canutillo High School, some of her favorite hobbies are dancing, photoshoots and doing makeup, she loves going to church and serve people who need it because she believes church is not something you go to, it’s a family you belong to, this is yours truly Miss Teen New Mexico.

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Teen Miss Arlington
Ariana Gonzalez

​Good afternoon ladies, gentlemen, and judges my name is ariana gonzalez I am 17 years of age i am an active person who has been a part of many programs for anti bullying I am also athletic ive competed on regional level for wrestling and have been awarded regional state champion for swim I plan on one day becoming an FBI agent for the hostage rescue team thank you.

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Teen South Central
Graysen Boyer

This is Graysen Boyer, a seventeen year old girl from Edmond, Oklahoma with a passion for the performing arts. She spends around 40 hours a week at her dance studio while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and membership in multiple honor societies.

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Teen Southwest
Hanna Strnad-Diaz

Born in the city of Manhattan, the heart and soul of New York, I am Hanna Strnad-Diaz, 17 years old and your current Miss Teen Southwest. Since I can remember, my entire life has consisted of being on the go, due to the fact that I am a daughter of dual military parents. The advantage of being a military child is that I have had the blessing to travel and quickly adapt anywhere around the U.S. and abroad. I’ve lived in New York, Florida, Connecticut, Boston, New Jersey, Virginia, Arizona, Puerto Rico, Missouri, Hawaii, and currently in the beautiful Sun City in the state of Texas. One fun fact about me: before the age of one I was fortunate enough to travel to and through 25 U.S. states and to include the beautiful island of Arecibo, Puerto Rico.

Thankfully, during my journey of my military lifestyle, I am open-minded toward other cultures and divergent beauty. This is why my platform contained “Diversity is Power,” because I have faced hardships and difficulty accepting my distinct physical appearance. Through those trials and tribulations, it has built a confident, outspoken and powerful queen. It is my pleasure to make sure people feel comfortable and break out their shell. A huge example is when I had an honoring opportunity to be a counselor at the Candlelighters of El Paso for diagnosed or survivors of cancer. My job was to make sure the kids and teenagers felt content, optimistic and loved who they are. These kids were truly inspirational and outgoing. They became my best friends. Though I was there to impact their lives, they sure knew how to impact mine. Shout out to my Candleslighters Kids.

I admire my mother for influencing strong work ethic in the household and being a striving U.S. Army soldier. Sleep is overrated because someone is out there to take your position. God helps those who help themselves. –Mom

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Teen Sun City
Nikki Najera

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Teen Sunland
Samantha Nicole Lopez

​Hi my name is Samantha Nicole Lopez, teen miss Sunland park, i thrive for the best in each and every challenge. I am a very compassionate and caring person which is why my platform is teen suicide. I love interacting with kids and helping them learn. I watch kids on my free time and I also am going to college this year to become a pediatric nurse, so I can make a real positive impact on children’s lives.

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Teen Texas
Alexia Malcom

​I am Alexia Malcom, your Miss Teen Texas Regency International 2017. I’m 16 years old and from Prosper, Texas. I am an upcoming junior at Prosper High School where I maintain a straight A average. Since I was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease at the age of 14, I have had a passion for helping other kids who are also struggling with health issues. I have used my Miss Teen Texas Regency International title to further my opportunities in helping these kids, like hosting craft nights at the Ronald McDonald House. I am beyond excited to compete for Miss Teen Regency International in Las Vegas. I can’t wait to explore the city and meet my beautiful sister queens.

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Teen United States
Victoria Mallard

Stefanie, Your Google family is so impressed that you will stop at nothing to achieve your dreams. You have made all of us proud. As you have trained and managed us, we couldn’t ask for a better friend and couldn’t think of another person more deserving of this title. Congratulations and we can’t wait to see you bring that crown home! Love, All of your Google Family

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Junior Teen Ireland
Bethany

​Bethany is 13 years old and is homeschooled, she was bullied at school, so we decided it would be best to school her at home. She competes in pageants and also assists in pageants ran by her mom’s system in the UK. Her family all help her with her pageant work, including appearances, community work and charity fundraising. Bethany likes to sing, socialise and make new ffriends. Bethany likes annimia, pageants, making friends and doing what she can to improve the reputation of pageants in the UK. Bethany likes to travel make friends and also likes to befriend people that feel left out, or different from others, and let them know that being different is good, and makes them Special.

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Junior Teen Mexico
Lyhn Estrada

​Hi my name is Lyhn Estrada and I am your Jr. Teen Mexico. I am so excited and cannot wait to meet all of you. Some interesting facts about me is that I know Spanish, English and I am currently learning sign language. I am 13 years old and I live in El Paso, Tx with my two brothers and my parents. My favorite color is turquoise and my favorite food is fettuccine alfredo with grilled chicken. In my spare time I like to dance and help out in my community because I believe giving back is the most important thing in life. I also attend a all girls school and I have been selected to join the National Junior Honors Society (NJHS). I am a straight A student and I have been modeling and participating in pageants since I was 5 years old. Thank you. My name is Lyhn Estrada your Jr. Teen Mexico

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Junior Teen Nevada
Anjelica Tovar

Anjelica Tovar is 15 years old, Homeschooled, and has a passion for modeling, she hopes to persue a career in the future. In her spare time she likes to volunteer at the children’s cure for kids foundation. Helping children get through tough times. She wants to thank her family by always supporting her through everything. ~ Jr Teen Nevada Regency International Anjelica Tovar

Hello judges, audience and fellow contestants, my name is Anjelica Tovar, I love modeling, and I have such a passion for it, I would love to have a career in modeling and become professional.

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Junior Teen Oklahoma
Mya Cobb

​15 years old from Norman Oklahoma. I’m A Musician trained at age 10 vocally in Opera by Diane Marrow after being cast in my first musical Oliver, and crossed over into mainstream music in 2017. Founder of Mya’s Anti-Bullying Project, Mya Cobb Fashion Shows. Writer, Actress , Model, Musician, and advocate against Bullying in all schools. I believe we are all different and that is what makes each of us special.

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Junior Teen Texas
Shaun Rodgers

​Being shy is not a bad thing, it gives me plenty of time to do what I love… writing. I am a 15-year-old aspiring writer and avid reader. When I am not writing, I am teaching young girl scouts the joys of camping and horseback riding. I am completing my 4th year in our school’s orchestra and I love performing in the color guard at football games. In my spare time, I enjoy giving back to my community by volunteering with H.O.M.E. (Help Our Military Endure). From League City, Texas, I am Shaun Rodgers.

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Junior Teen United States
Naia Torres

SCHOLASTIC HONORS:

Honor Roll at Kamehameha Schools (2014-2017)

Na Keiki Alaka’i (The Child Leader) Award at Kamehameha Schools for school years (2014-2016)

President’s List at Damien Memorial School (2013-2014)

Presidential Award for Academic Excellence (2012-2013)

LEADERSHIP ROLES:

President of 8th grade Student Council at Kamehameha Middle School (2015-2016)

Vice President of 7th grade Student Council at Kamehameha Middle School (2014-2015)

Started Caring for our Community to promote volunteerism (2014)

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Mayor’s Award of Appreciation for Scholastic Achievement and Service to the Community (2017)

Community Service Award from American Heart & American Stroke Association (2016)

Mayor’s Award of Appreciation for Scholastic Achievement and Dedication to Community Service (2015)

Letter of Appreciation from City Councilmember Ron Menor (2015)

Winner of the AAU Junior National Volleyball Championships Gray Division with the Lokahi VBC (2015)

INTERESTING FACTS:

I would like to help find a cure for cancer

I have 6 ethnicities

I was bullied in school

I competed in a pageant two months after ACL surgery

I have participated in Club Volleyball, Competitive Cheer, and I dance Hula for Kamehameha Schools

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Junior Teen United Kingdom
Stephanie Rees

Stephanie Rees, Miss Teen Diamond UK In April of this year, Stephanie won the title of Miss Teen Diamond UK, 2017. Stephanie is 13 yrs old, comes from Kingsdown near Deal in Kent. She has worked hard for the last four years raising for various charities, helped in her community and school, has been an Ambassador for Bulliesout and also for her school, Sandwich Technology School. She started to enter pageants when she was nine years old. She had been mentally and physically bullied for 2 years which resulted in her self esteem being so low, she blamed herself and said it was her fault, thought that no-one cared about her and she was alone. She became very withdrawn, her standards at school dropped from being a year in advance of her age to nine months behind. Moving schools helped but she was also asked to enter a pageant which we were reluctant about. She asked if we could prepare for it and if she did not want to do it when we got there, was that ok. So her journey began, she raised funds for Kent Air Ambulance, worked in the Community beach cleaning and planned a baby show. She sang for charity and slowly her confidence started to grow. She entered the pageant, which was a natural one, and she won her category. From then on she has grown, her schooling has improved to the point she is doing higher work than her age, she has raised thousands for charity, and helped a lot of young people. She has been an amazing role model for her peers. Stephanie was the Deal Rosebud Queen for the town Carnival in 2011/2012. She has continued to support the carnival, has collected money for them and walked in the carnival dressed as Belle. Winning at Miss Diamond Uk was her dream, it has taken her almost five years to win a major title, and part of her prize is that she gets to go to Las Vegas in July, to represent her Country and more importantly her home town of Deal. Stephanie aspires to be an actress but she also wishes to become a marine biologist, and is working hard in school to achieve her goals to go to University Stephanie has lived with her Grandparents since she was 7 months old, following ill health of her Mother. She is a bright, bubbly, happy young lady who truly has the biggest heart.

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Miss Nevada 2017
Kaylea Roberson

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Miss New Mexico
Victoria Parker

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Miss Puerto Rico
Paradise Rodriguez

When human beings experience trauma or a severe life stressor, it is common for their lives to unravel, but Paradise is anything but common! After overcoming many health obstacles, Paradise still stands firm today, fighting the good fight. One of Paradise Rodriguez’s greatest passions is trying and conquering new challenges that are presented to her then motivating others to have the confidence to take chances on themselves.

While Paradise has not had the privilege to have a formal college experience, she never allowed that to stop her from continuously learning and furthering her education. She quickly found herself submerged within the Business and Marketing industry. She knew she could help others understand the importance of building their brand, confidence, and enthusiasm reflective of the way she has done for herself. Paradise also has plan to attend her dream college, a goal she refuses to give up on.

Understanding that no single approach is the right one for every individual, Paradise sought out to travel extensively around the world. Amidst all of her travels and experiences, she’s built and strengthened her relationships providing great confidence to new business partners.

Paradise is known to be professional and friendly yet extremely focused. It has been said that her drive is what makes all of Paradise’s success possible. Tackling everything from Acting, Dancing, and Modeling to becoming a Marketing Manager, Paradise brings certain flexibility to each task she is confronted with. Having been on multiple sides of projects, Paradise understands and believes the mindset of “quality vs. quantity”. Understanding this allows Paradise to put her best work forward in any circumstance.

Armed with a heart of gold and determination like no other, Paradise is dedicated to continually building her brand and the brands of those attached to her through her ever-growing skills in the multi-faceted world of the performing arts and business, but that isn’t all.

Paradise does a great deal of charity work. While she tends to prefer to do her good works outside of the public eye, one of her greatest accomplishments was launching her non-profit “Catch a Falling Star”. One of Paradise’s life goals is to help couples and peers find love within themselves and encourage them to give themselves their best chance. Paradise believes “only after you have healed and found true love and value within your own soul, can you offer a piece of your heart to another”. A phrase that is widely known and coined by Paradise herself, “You can sit in the corner and cry or you can go out and dance in the rain. Either way, the storm is coming”, is often used to encourage others to go out and seek happiness no matter how dark things may appear. Paradise Rodriguez provides a refreshingly positive, yet realistic outlook on life and is known to be wise beyond her years.

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Miss South Central
Bailey Gattis

​Hello, my name is Bailey and I am 27 years old. I am from the great state of Texas, land of blue bonnets and barbecues! I obtained my degree in Veterinary Assisting with a 4.0 GPA, but now I am also in fashion design school at The Art Institute of Austin hoping to grow my fashion boutique business. I own 9 animals. 3 cats, 4 dogs, and 2 horses! Like any true Texas girl I love to horseback ride, but I also love to shop, travel, compete in pageants, and do anything creative.

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Miss Sun City
Emily Diaz

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Miss Texas
Caitlyn Moore

Caitlyn Moore is an aspiring actress, yoga enthusiast, and animal lover. She attended acting school in Sydney, Australia at North Shore Drama and at MAD Studios in Los Angeles. Caitlyn has appeared in television shows on Lifetime, ABC, and NBC, as well as in many short films and commercials. Caitlyn’s memoir, Things I Never Said was published and released in January 2016 on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble. She currently works for CBS Radio and resides in Austin, TX with her two cats.

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Miss United States
Olivia Mallard

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Miss United Kingdom
Jade Bailey

My name is Jade Bailey, 25 from the United Kingdom. Although I have a career within Finance, I’m a UK signed Plus Size Model, COAP Charity Ambassador (Children of Addicted Parents) and; with my United Kingdom Title, have created my own Define Perfection Workshops in which I travel to schools/Community Centres and work with Girls ages 12-16 Years old developing their Self Worth, defining their own Perfect and the effects of Bullying. I have now worked with over 1,000 young girls and the feedback has gone beyond my wildest dreams! This will forever be my personal platform.

I have been within the Pageant Industry for over 7 years now, earning 16 National Titles and developing my knowledge in all areas. It’s certainly a passion of mine and many ask why? Why do I compete? Well because someone told me I couldn’t. I was told I would never win unless I lost weight, I refused to accept that and am now celebrated for having curves – even earning the Title of Plus Size Model of the Year 2016!

I became very sick with Thyroid cancer 3 years ago and was put into a Coma, this right here is why I will continue to work and live every moment to the fullest. My ethos is very much embrace who you are, live it and own it. I’m one of the lucky one’s; who after a long 2 years, has recovered from my Cancer and am now ready to come back and rebuild my Platform changing the lives of young girls who are inspiring me to push further than I thought possible!

My final note – Treat every sidewalk like a Catwalk and no one can touch you.

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Ms. Arizona
Stefani Stern

Born and raised in Arizona, Single Mom, and dedicating my service to Single Moms, Sobriety, and Second Chances.

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Ms. California
Christy-Anne Lopez

Christy-Anne Lopez is a woman who wears many hats – or crowns, as she likes to put it. She is an event director, producer, host, cheer coach, social media influencer, and philanthropist. After receiving her degree is broadcast journalism, Christy has gained TV production experience ranging from investigative documentaries to red carpets with FOX, MYX tv, and E! Entertainment. With her gift of connecting with others, Christy has gained on-air experience as a radio DJ, host, podcast panel, and commercial actress. She currently travels the country as a director & host for an international dance production company. Christy-Anne is also the producer and awards show host of the annual Industry Dance Awards & Benefit Show in Hollywood, CA.

Christy is dedicated to the non-profit organizations Dancers Against Cancer, Covenant House CA, Happiness Shared, and SHAWL Women’s House. When Christy isn’t busy with production and pageant life, she is empowering teens as the coach of the Paramount High School cheer team. Christy says that her busy schedule is only preparing her for her wildest dreams to come true of becoming a host for a travel show, an actress, and host for the Grammy’s.

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Ms. Golden State
Jessica Johnson

Jessica Johnson works for a start up tech/healthcare company, Cerebro Solutions, Inc. as their Chief of Staff. Her previous work in healthcare and public relations prepared her to manage the company’s executives within 3 states, run their quarterly board meetings, prepare content for social media, and also be a big part of the nurse growth team.

Jessica has had a love and passion for dance all her life. She has danced for 26 years. She continues her passion as a part time dance teacher at a local dance studio where she teaches young children beginning tap, jazz, ballet, and tumbling. Jessica also teaches a class for kids with autism and special needs.

Being an advocate for children with autism, she developed a community event to raise awareness and education for children with special needs. “A Day in the Park” has been extremely successful for the past 4 years in bringing all children, no matter their special needs, together to break down barriers and to play together. “A Day in the Park” also provides resources and support for the parents and families. Jessica has brought together multiple businesses and community leaders to support autism awareness and with the money raised, able to give children with special needs a chance to participate in her dance class with no cost to the parents.

Along with her founding own community event, Jessica is a committee member and board member for several festival events within her community. She is also a member of Soroptimist International, Toastmasters International and the Fairfield-Suisun Chamber of Commerce.

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Ms. Mexico
Gabby

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Ms. Oklahoma
Kimberly Kwong

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Ms. Southwest 2017
Michelle Guerra

​Hello, my name is Michelle Guerra, I have 3 beautiful daughters. Enjoying life to the fullest. I am a secretary at Berino Elementary. My duties include working with faculty, staff and children. I enjoy my work and strive to improve equality of education for the children.

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Ms. Spain
Anamelissa Macias

Chupy Macias was born and raised in Madrid, Spain, and began dancing and singing at the age of three. Her career has taken her all over Europe, since she performed with her family’s African dancing group and continues to incorporate some form of dance throughout her life. At the age of 11, Chupy’s family immigrated to Salt Lake City, Utah, since her parents wanted their children to have a better quality of life, improved living situation, and a way to accomplish their dreams.

She continues to dance, sing, act, and model throughout the years and has become an accomplished performer while simultaneously pursuing her education. Her dream is to become a successful role model in society, a figure to be held in high regard. Some of Chupy’s biggest accomplishments include her performances as a dancer on Broadway, the Latin Grammy’s, Billboard Awards, MTV Music Awards, etc. In addition, one of the highlights of her career was that she was able to share the stage (doing what she loves) with Mr. 305 himself, Pitbull.

Currently, Chupy is attending the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and pursuing her degree in Criminal Justice. This is in addition to her degrees in Dance and International Language.

Ms. Macias is not a newcomer to the world of performing (dance), and is also quite versed in volunteer work. She has done various work and served numerous homeless shelters, participated in several organizations and church events across the U.S, and has also traveled worldwide doing humanitarian work. She knows and understands the value of helping others in need and the importance of investing your time in others to make a meaningful impact on their lives.

During the upcoming school year, from 2017-2018, Chupy will be participating in the Junior Achievement program. This program matches individuals with high school students and enables these students to empower them to achieve their own economic success. In addition, she will be traveling overseas with the same program to empower students across the globe.

As the old adage goes, “Learning is a continuous process. Every day, we learn something new.” Chupy takes this to heart and considers her self a happy, positive, strong, diligent, super-proactive, engaging, self-motivated , and multi-tasking young woman.

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Ms. Texas
Amanda Midleton

Currently living her dream of inspiring young minds and guiding them to go on adventures in a great book, Amanda Middleton is a third grade teacher and your Ms. Texas 2017! From winning one international title, four national titles, and numerous local and state titles, to judging for various pageant systems all around Texas, and receiving several college scholarships as a result of the countless hours she has spent volunteering in Texas, one can clearly see the passion and dedication Amanda has for pageantry and the philanthropy that it entails. Amanda also excels in the classroom, being awarded several prestigious educational honors including First Year Educator of the Year and The Alamo Toyota Driving Education to the Top Award! She has been the STEAM team sponsor at her campus for the past four years where she shares the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, arts, and music with students in an after school club. She is honored to represent her home state of Texas where everything is bigger including her dreams and the dreams she encourages our youth to chase through a strong education and a love for literacy!

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Mrs. California
Alexandra Villalta

​I had a very rough beginning of my life. I made decisions in my teenage years that forced me to grow up at such a young age. I had my first child at 18 years old. I’m not going to lie and say it was easy because sadly I had to do this on my own and it wasn’t easy. I faced many difficult obstacles in my life but I refused to give up because my daughter was my motivation. I managed to finish my high school education. As soon as I graduated I had the opportunity to work in the security system industry. Working as a door to door sales representative Monday through Saturday. After only working in this for a couple of months I found out I was really good at it. I was able to save up and start my own business. Now I am proud to say that I am the youngest licensed owner of a security company. Recently I signed a partnership with ADT, which is the number one worldwide security system company. During this journey I met my lifetime partner who is now my husband. Which with whom I have also expanded my family, recently welcoming the arrival of our son. Together we managed to grow a strong company and now we are expanding the business into the solar energy industry. With now a successful company and hundreds of hard working employees I have more free time to enjoy life. I have always dreamed of becoming a model, so now that I have more free time in my hands I decided to join the pageant world. My goal in this is to become a role model, because I know there are many young mothers out there thinking their goals will never be achived and a good life is impossible. I am living proof that although life is not easy it is not impossible to be who you dream of becoming. I had a rough beginning but thank God a happy ending. Today I am 24 years old and my name is Alexandra Villalta.

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Mrs. England
Jeni Mulholland

​Hi my name is Jeni Mulholland, I’m 35 years old. I’m a mother to my son Rocco Mulholland and wife to my husband Rick Mulholland. I’m an enthusiastic, experienced hairdresser of 18 years. I’m a part time model and a fond fundraiser for a number of charities! I enjoy family days out on our motorbikes and camping trips, I love socialising with friends and going to the gym! I’m a very enthusiastic person with lots of energy to achieve! Everything I do I do to the best of my ability and with love! I have an extremely caring nature and a passion to help others. I’m always aiming high, the sky is the limit.

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Mrs. Nevada
Brooke Allen Burnstein

Dr. Brooke Allen-Burnstein earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training, with minors in Exercise Science, Athletic Coaching, and Leadership as well as her Master’s Degree in Sports Administration from Central Michigan University. Brooke later graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a Doctorate Degree in Sports Education Leadership with an emphasis in Sport Pedagogy and Athletic Training. She is a certified athletic trainer, group fitness instructor, performance enhancement specialist, fitness nutrition specialist, and corrective exercise specialist. Currently, Brooke is the Program Manager for Girls on the Run Las Vegas, a non-profit after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. In addition, Brooke is adjunct faculty at the College of Southern Nevada. Brooke volunteered with the Miss America Organization for 10 years, serving in several capacities, but in particular as the Local Executive Director for the Miss Greater Las Vegas and Miss Clark County Dual Scholarship Program and the Miss Clark County’s Outstanding Teen Scholarship Program. In addition to mentoring young women to pursue scholastic and personal excellence, Brooke is no stranger to the stage or television screen, as she represented the Greater Las Vegas area on the ABC Hit Show, Wipeout: Pageant Edition. In her spare time, Brooke volunteers with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training, Ragnar Relay Ambassador Program, Twinkle Toez Foundation, Pug Rescue of Southern Nevada, and various other local organizations. She enjoys travelling, modeling, pageantry, scrapbooking, playing volleyball, and running marathons. Originally from Michigan, Brooke moved to Las Vegas in 2007. She is married to her college sweetheart, Bryan. Together they have two sons, Ethan and Sutton, and their pugs Parker and Domino.

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Mrs. New York
Katherin Vermeille

Katherin Jennings­ Vermeille was born in Brooklyn, New York, she is of Caribbean descent. Her mother was born in Puerto Rico and her father is a descendant of Jamaica. From the first moment of her existence she was destined for greatness. With the ability to lead and take charge she quickly assumed the personality of a boss. This extended so far that even her Halloween costumes consisted of lawyers, businesswoman and various woman in power positions. In addition to being a leader, she studied a variety of arts. In elementary school, she studied dance, as time moved forwards she grew into ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Katherin continued to study dance and expanded her style into hip hop, burlesque, and belly dancing. Although highly skilled in dance, she decided to keep dance as a hobby and moved toward making modeling her main focus.
Katherin is educated in finance and accounting. However her knowledge doesn’t end there, she knows how to invest and encourages her friends and family to make sound investments in their future. Currently she has a certificate in women’s fashion and she’s applying her fashion design experience by starting her own line of clothing. Katherin is hoping to make an impression in the fashion industry as well as the non profit space. In addition to design, she started a company called Kat’s Castings that helps with the development of models. Kat’s Castings provides anyone with the training they need to become a serious model, it also allows models to build a proper model resume by finding them jobs in their fields of interest. Katherin’s goal for Kat’s Castings is to give a new perspective towards modeling.

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Mrs. Oklahoma
Ashleigh Gibson

Ashleigh Gibson is the Director of Victim Services at The CARE Center, Oklahoma County’s Child Advocacy Center. With a major in Psychology and minor in Sociology, Ashleigh completed her undergraduate work at Oklahoma State University and her graduate work at The University of Central Oklahoma. Ashleigh is also a Licensed Professional Counselor that specializes in working with at-risk youth and children who have experienced trauma. She was crowned Mrs. Oklahoma Regency International in April of 2017 and spends her free time promoting her platform, “EveryBODY”, focusing on mental illness awareness, and positive self-image. Ashleigh also enjoys making Pinterest crafts, planning in her Day Designer planner, and spending time with her husband, Jeff, and their 2 daughters, Scotland and Scarlett. ​

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Mrs. Panama
Mayani Gray

Mayani, was born and raised in the country of Panama. She embraces her culture background of Panamanian, Jamaican and Columbian. Mayani migrated to the U.S. at the Tender Age of 20 and became a US citizen in 2000. She’s an experience Professional Cosmetologist with 20 years’ of experience and has successfully build her business to provide a unique and exquisite experience to all of her clients. She has proudly recently graduated from College of Southern Nevada with a focus in Tourism, Convection and Event Planning. With this recent addition to here portfolio, she plans on doing events and creating memories for everyone. Mayani has always taken an active role in the community which has included Dress for Success Southern Nevada, Hope for Prisoners, Kiss is 4Kidz foundation and has also attended, supported & organized several events for the Panamanian community. In her spare time she enjoys participating and/or instructing Zumba and an avid traveler, prefer cruises and visiting my family in Panama at least twice year. As a Hobby She has had the pleasure of modeling for signature Fashion designers such as Anne Fontaine, Bunker Bradley Couture, Silhouette Bridal, Eccoci NY, David Tupas Couture, Elementz by Prerna, Artist Alexandra Manukyan and was also featured on the Covered of the Brides & Quinceaneras Magazine Summer 2016. Mayani has participated in a variety of pageants as she was in the 1999 Ms. Black Nevada pageant. In 2014 she was nominated Mrs. Panama as part of the 2015 International Bolivian Carnival Pageant and crowned Carnival Queen. She enjoyed the 2016 Mrs. Nevada America Pageant and was voted Mrs. Congeniality. She was ecstatic with the 2016 Lady Vegas pageant 40 and over, winning Diamond Lady Vegas title and also voted Ms. Congeniality. She is looking forward in Participating in the 2017 Regency International Pageant as a contestant and has recently participate as a Judge in the 2017 Ms. Senior USA Pageant. She has also build a strong family foundation and includes her husband Jarrod Rogers and their blended family of four boys. Family is very important to her and she loves bringing her immediate and extended family together for dinners and celebrations as often as possible.

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Mrs. South Central
Denise Bettinger Ryan

Denise is from​ McAlester, Oklahoma, and is the wife of Kevin Ryan of almost three years. She is the mother of Michael, Austin and Kamiryn, and she is their #1 fan in all their competitions, whether they do good or bad, she is always cheering them on. She is a Case Manager/Coordinator/Biller for the company she works for. She also volunteers for the local Disabled American Veterans. She is also a board member for Mother Assembly #1 Rainbow for Girls. Denise is very family oriented, she comes from a home with 2 brothers and a sister and a very large extended family.

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Mrs. Texas
Susan DeLano

Mrs. Susan DeLano is the wife of a retired Air force member and the mother of 2 beautiful independent women. Her 14-month old granddaughter, Brinley Grace, knows her as MeMaw. In 2004, Mrs. DeLano graduated from Regis University with a BA in Communications, and a double minor in Business and Marketing. Currently, she works as the Development Manager for Chosen, a non-profit that helps support loving, safe environments for foster and orphan, children. Her pageantry involvement started when she was a teenager and ranges from contestant, titleholder, judge, director, and coach. Mrs. DeLano is the reigning 2017 Mrs. Texas Regency International. She lives through her charitable and community service endeavors, using her platform “The Beauty Within” to inspire women and young girls on the important issues of believing in yourself and finding their true beauty.